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Book Synopsis: In a companion to Build a House, Rhiannon Giddens—winner of multiple Grammy Awards and a Pulitzer Prize and cofounder of the Carolina Chocolate Drops—gives wing to a moving tale of grace and transcendence, with acclaimed artist Briana Mukodiri Uchendu.
At a sparrow’s urging, a young girl feels a mysterious trembling in her arms, a lightness in her feet, a longing to be free. Her mother tells her that her Granny Liza experienced the same, as did many of their people before her. Perhaps it’s time, Mama says, to slip the bonds of earth and join the journey started long ago. To hold each other tight and rise.
Drawing on lyrics from the song “We Could Fly” by Rhiannon Giddens and Dirk Powell, which in turn draw on a heritage of African folklore, this incantatory dialogue between a mother and daughter paired with startlingly beautiful illustrations celebrates love, resilience, and the spiritual power of the “old-time ways”—tradition and shared cultural memory—to sustain and uplift.
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Transport yourself to a world of grace and transcendence with the captivating tale of "We Could Fly". Written by Grammy Award winner and Pulitzer Prize recipient, Rhiannon Giddens, and brought to life by the talented artist Briana Mukodiri Uchendu, this book will immerse you in a story like no other.
Inspired by the folklore of African traditions, "We Could Fly" takes you on a journey through the mystical experiences of a young girl. Guided by a sparrow's urging, she discovers a longing for freedom that echoes in her very soul. Passed down through generations, her family shares stories of predecessors who felt the same stirring in their hearts. Could it be time for her to defy gravity, to break free from the earthly bounds, and join the timeless pilgrimage?
With vivid illustrations that will take your breath away and a powerful narrative that will tug at your heartstrings, "We Could Fly" is a celebration of love, resilience, and the evocative power of cherished traditions. Drawing on the enchanting lyrics of "We Could Fly" by Rhiannon Giddens and Dirk Powell, this book will transport you to a world where the old-time ways are not forgotten but cherished, where shared cultural memories sustain and uplift.
Are you ready to embark on this extraordinary journey? Discover the magic of "We Could Fly" and let your imagination soar. Grab your copy today and experience the beauty of this enchanting tale.
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